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Prisoner Extras

Job Description
A film production is seeking male background actors to portray prisoners in upcoming scenes. This is an excellent opportunity for men of all ages, types, and ethnicities to bring gritty, authentic energy to a powerful story. Visible tattoos are welcome but not required, allowing for a realistic and diverse representation on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a prisoner in background scenes with authenticity and presence

  • Take direction from the production team for blocking and reactions

  • Contribute to the realism and dynamic atmosphere of the prison setting

  • Arrive on time, ready with appropriate wardrobe and attitude

  • Work collaboratively with fellow extras and crew

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–80s

  • All types and ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Visible tattoos are acceptable, but not required

  • Must provide a recent photo, clothing sizes, and contact info

  • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction on set

Compensation

  • Paid background acting role

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Featured Background Role – “Tulsa King” Series

Job Description
A television series is casting a featured background actor to portray a deceased Mafia boss for an upcoming episode of Tulsa King, filming in the Atlanta, GA area. This unique role will involve prosthetic preparation and a dramatic on-screen portrayal requiring comfort with fake blood and gore effects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Attend a prep session for a prosthetic head mold fitting

  • Return for filming to portray a deceased Mafia boss character

  • Remain still during filming while maintaining realistic body positioning

  • Work comfortably with special effects makeup, fake blood, and prosthetics

Requirements

  • Male actor, White, ages 50–70

  • Italian-looking, “well-fed” appearance with a full head of thick hair

  • Comfortable with prosthetic work and special effects makeup

  • Must have open availability between October 27 and November 10

  • Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area (no travel or housing provided)

  • Non-union production

Compensation

  • Base rate: $175 for up to 12 hours (paid full day even if wrapped early)

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Officer Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a fit, professional actor to portray a police officer in a dramatic reenactment scene. The role involves portraying a member of law enforcement handling tense and emotional moments authentically. Filming will take place in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a police officer in a realistic and professional manner

  • Handle prop weapons safely under direction

  • Collaborate with the director and crew for accuracy and authenticity

  • Perform non-verbal actions and reactions essential to the scene

Requirements

  • Black male, physically fit, clean-cut appearance

  • Comfortable handling prop weapons and portraying law enforcement roles

  • Must be available for filming Thursday around 5 p.m. in Knoxville, TN

  • Non-union production

Compensation

  • Rate: $150/day

  • Paid opportunity for a network television true crime series

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Item Finder Guy / 911 Caller – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a talented actor to portray the role of an Item Finder Guy / 911 Caller in an upcoming network television episode filming in Knoxville, TN. The role involves portraying a man who discovers items connected to a crime and calls the police to report them.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a man discovering key evidence and making a 911 call

  • Deliver a realistic and engaging performance on camera

  • Work collaboratively with the director and production team

  • Participate in any pre-filming preparation or rehearsals as needed

Requirements

  • Black male, ages 30–40

  • Strong acting ability and natural on-camera presence

  • Must be comfortable performing dramatic scenes

  • Must be available Thursday around 4 p.m. for filming in Knoxville, TN

  • Non-union production

Compensation

  • Rate: $125/day

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Doctor Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is now casting for the role of a Doctor in an upcoming network television episode filming in Knoxville, TN. The role involves portraying a professional delivering an emotional death notification scene to family members and detectives.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a doctor in a realistic and emotionally grounded manner

  • Deliver a scripted death notification scene with authenticity and sensitivity

  • Take direction from the production team and maintain continuity during filming

  • Participate in any necessary rehearsals or blocking before filming

Requirements

  • Male actor, age 50s

  • Strong dramatic acting ability

  • Comfortable performing emotionally heavy scenes

  • Must be available for filming on Wednesday around 5 p.m. in Knoxville, TN

  • Non-union production

Compensation

  • Rate: $100/day

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Police Tech and Uniform Officer Extras – TV Series Opportunity

Job Description
A hit TV series is now casting non-speaking featured roles for police techs and uniformed officers. Casting directors are seeking diverse male and female talent with an authentic, professional look to portray law enforcement personnel in upcoming scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in background scenes as police techs or uniformed officers

  • Follow direction from the production and wardrobe team

  • Attend required wardrobe fittings prior to filming

  • Maintain professionalism and on-set readiness throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male and female actors, ages 20–40

  • Clean-shaven men with short hair; all ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Must reside in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

  • Must be available for wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot date

  • Non-speaking featured roles

Compensation

  • Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Governor’s Husband – Featured Background Role in “Tulsa King”

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking a male actor to portray the Governor’s Husband in an upcoming episode. The role represents an upscale, confident, and professional man from a political family. This featured background opportunity offers strong on-screen visibility and a chance to work on a major TV production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the Governor’s husband during high-profile social and family scenes

  • Collaborate with the production team to maintain character continuity

  • Follow on-set direction for blocking, reactions, and scene placement

  • Maintain a professional and composed demeanor throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male, White, ages 45–60

  • Must have a conservative, upscale, and polished appearance

  • Should convey confidence and professionalism on camera

  • Will consider real dad/kid combinations if the actor has children (boy 13–15 or girl 15–17)

  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA

  • Must have flexible availability starting October 27

  • Non-union production

Compensation

  • Rate: $150 for up to 12 hours of work

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Governor’s Son – Featured Background Role in “Tulsa King”

Job Description
A popular television series is now casting a featured background actor to portray the Governor’s Son in an upcoming episode. The role requires a clean-cut, wholesome teen with an upscale appearance, fitting the image of a politician’s family. This is an exciting opportunity for young performers to gain on-set experience in a major TV production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the son of a political family in background and still photo scenes

  • Follow direction from the director and assistant directors during filming

  • Participate in potential recurring scenes throughout the production schedule

  • Maintain focus, professionalism, and readiness while on set

Requirements

  • Male, White, ages 13–15

  • Must have a wholesome, conservative, and athletic appearance (football or baseball type preferred)

  • Must have a GDOL# (or be able to obtain one prior to filming)

  • Parent or legal guardian must remain on set at all times

  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA

  • Open availability starting October 27

Compensation

  • Rate: $150 for up to 12 hours of work

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Governor’s Daughter – Featured Background Role in “Tulsa King”

Job Description
A major television series is casting a featured background actor to portray the Governor’s Daughter in an upcoming episode. The role calls for a wholesome, conservative, and clean-cut teen who fits within an upscale, political family setting. This is an excellent opportunity for young performers seeking experience on a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the daughter of a political family in various background scenes

  • Follow direction from the production and assistant directors on set

  • Participate in still photos and possible recurring scenes throughout the shoot

  • Maintain a professional attitude and be camera-ready at all times

Requirements

  • Female, White, ages 15–17

  • Must have a wholesome, upscale appearance suitable for a political family

  • Must have a GDOL# (or be able to obtain one before filming)

  • Minor must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times

  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA

  • Flexible availability beginning October 27

Compensation

  • Rate: $150 for up to 12 hours of work

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Featured Background Roles for Demo Reel Project SafeSpace

Job Description
A new demo reel project titled SafeSpace is now casting featured background talent in the Knoxville, TN area. The production is looking for individuals of various ages and ethnicities to fill multiple roles in realistic environments such as schools, offices, and senior living spaces. This is a great opportunity for local talent to gain on-screen experience and professional footage for their reels.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray featured background characters based on assigned roles (students, adults, or seniors).

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.

  • Be available for the full shoot days and remain professional on set.

  • Participate in light acting and background activity as needed.

Requirements

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN.

  • Open to all ethnicities.

  • Specific roles include:

    • Senior Living: Men and women, age 60+, conservative look, diverse backgrounds.

    • High School: Men and women, age 18–24, able to portray teenagers.

    • School/Prison Adults: Men and women, age 25–55, diverse types; also seeking four men to play prisoners in “mug shot” style photos (filmed in an office setting).

  • Must be available for both filming dates with no schedule conflicts.

Compensation

  • Non-union rate: $100 for up to 8 hours (guaranteed pay even if wrapped early).

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Stand-In for TV Series LHW

Job Description
A new television series is seeking an experienced stand-in for the upcoming show LHW. The production is looking for an African American female with a light skin tone to match the principal actor. This is a recurring position for the run of the show, ideal for someone dependable and flexible with on-set scheduling.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for lighting, blocking, and technical setups.

  • Match the actor’s appearance and physical profile for accurate scene alignment.

  • Follow direction from the production team and maintain professionalism on set.

  • Be available for varied call times, including possible late-night shoots.

Requirements

  • African American female with very light skin tone (must match closely).

  • Height: 5’4”–5’6”.

  • Age: 25–48.

  • Slender to medium build.

  • Must have prior stand-in experience.

  • Must be local to Georgia and able to work in Conyers, Atlanta, and surrounding areas.

  • Must have reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.

Compensation

  • $150 for 12 hours.

Extras for The Hunting Wives Season 2

Job Description
A hit Netflix drama series is now casting background extras for its upcoming second season. The show, based on the best-selling novel The Hunting Wives by May Cobb, will continue to explore themes of mystery, ambition, and intrigue. Filming will take place in North Carolina and surrounding areas, and production is seeking individuals of all ages and ethnicities to bring this thrilling story to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray various background characters in scenes for The Hunting Wives Season 2.

  • Follow directions from the production and casting teams during filming.

  • Be available for wardrobe fittings and scheduled shoot days.

  • Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements

  • Open to all genders, ages, and ethnicities.

  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the filming location.

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rates disclosed upon selection).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Extras and Instructor for TV Series Gym Scene

Job Description
A popular television series is casting fit and energetic talent for an upcoming gym scene. The production is looking for males and females with athletic builds and strong on-camera presence to appear as gym-goers. Additionally, one male will be selected to portray a gym instructor in the scene.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as a non-speaking background extra in a gym environment.

  • For the instructor role: perform as a fitness trainer guiding gym participants.

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during multiple takes.

  • Arrive on time and be prepared for wardrobe fittings prior to filming.

Requirements

  • Males and females, ages 20s to 40s, all ethnicities.

  • Must be physically fit and comfortable performing light gym activities.

  • Must not have recently appeared on the same production.

  • Males applying for the instructor role must be available for the scheduled wardrobe fitting.

  • Current photos required, along with height, weight, age, and clothing sizes.

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity; rates provided upon selection.

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